Breast cancer awareness month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Easy Steps For A Breast Self-Exam At Home; When To Visit Doctor

The Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed from October 1-31 every year. While breast self-exams at home can’t replace a medical check-up, they’re still very useful in finding any abnormalities or changes to your bust. 

Oct 05, 2023, 14:54 PM IST

Beyonce Knowles's father Mathew battling breast cancer

A teaser of the interview was posted on Tuesday to coincide with the first day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Oct 02, 2019, 17:55 PM IST

Breast cancer tied to bacterial imbalances

Bacteria that live in the body, known as the microbiome, influence many diseases.

Oct 08, 2017, 15:22 PM IST

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Warning signs, risk factors and prevention

With October being observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it is important to understand the nuances of breast cancer – its warning signs, risk factors and how you can reduce your risk of developing the disease.

Oct 03, 2017, 09:46 AM IST

Breast cancer: Erratic lifestyle, less nursing of babies major risk factors behind disease

Stressful and erratic lifestyle, mothers not nursing babies adequately, smoking and pollution have put women at higher risk of developing breast cancer.

Oct 26, 2016, 13:59 PM IST

Breast cancer – How much do you know about it (Take the Quiz here)

Test your knowledge of 6 common beliefs about breast cancer and get the facts right!

Oct 04, 2016, 11:01 AM IST

Over 1, 000 women screened for breast cancer in Delhi

The week-long drive will also raise awareness among women, basically on the causes of breast cancer.

Oct 23, 2015, 23:52 PM IST

Spurt in breast cancer in India: Improper lifestyle, stress main culprits

Dr Sahni shared some useful, yet informative tips on how women can reduce their risk of breast cancer.

Oct 19, 2015, 14:18 PM IST

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Delhi moms join ‘FeedToDefeat’ campaign

Studies show that women who breastfeed for over a year, are five percent less likely to develop breast cancer.

Oct 19, 2015, 12:48 PM IST

Breast cancer: Lose weight to lower your risk

Being overweight doesn't just make you feel upset and frustrated. It can also have serious implications on your health. And one such ill effect of being obese is breast cancer.

Oct 05, 2015, 11:04 AM IST

Breast Cancer Awareness: Seven common myths busted!

Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of the dreaded disease. Although awareness of the risks related to breast cancer is on the rise, there are various myths that people carry around.

Oct 02, 2015, 17:04 PM IST

Breast Cancer Awareness: Factors that may increase the risk of the disease

The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the pink ribbon is the most prominent symbol of breast cancer awareness. 

Oct 01, 2015, 20:42 PM IST